4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to Bath
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Bath will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cardiff for Bath on Thu, Dec 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 58 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Bath bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Bath buses for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX202 · BLX39 | Delayed 4:30 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h57 | 9:16 AM 9:16 AMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · BLX39 | On time 6:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h10 | 9:35 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · BLX39 | On time 8:30 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h03 | 11:33 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · BLX39 | On time 10:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h56 | 1:36 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · BLX39 | On time 12:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h49 | 3:24 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · BLX39 | On time 2:55 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h17 | 6:12 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · BLX39 | On time 4:30 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h56 | 7:26 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX216 · BL39 | 6:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h49 | 8:54 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX216 · BL39 | 8:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h56 | 11:11 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Bath
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Buses from Cardiff to Bath run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:55, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 58 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 58 km |
Average bus duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 29m |
First bus 01:55 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to BathYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Bath with National Express for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to Bath
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cardiff to Bath
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
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